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Upcoming Bajaj Dual-Sport Motorcycle Spied: 250cc Engine, Linkage Monoshock & 21-Inch Front Wheel

Bajaj Auto is preparing a monumental expansion into the global dual-sport and trail market, as evidenced by near-production test mules of an all-new 250cc dual-sport motorcycle spotted undergoing rigorous off-road testing on October 30, 2026. Designed to capture growing dual-sport demand across Latin America (particularly Brazil) before arriving in Indian showrooms, this upcoming trail machine introduces authentic off-road cycle parts, 21-inch spoked wheels, and a class-first linkage-actuated rear suspension setup.

Proven 249cc Oil-Cooled Powertrain with 6-Speed Gearbox

Nestled within the high-riding chassis is a re-engineered 249cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine adapted from Bajaj’s refined Pulsar 250 series. Featuring dual-spark ignition, two valves, and an efficient oil-cooler radiator, the powerplant is expected to develop 24.5 bhp of maximum power and 21.5 Nm of torque. Unlike the 5-speed transmission on domestic Pulsar 250s, the dual-sport prototype clearly demonstrates a 6-speed manual gearbox with an assist-and-slipper clutch, optimized for sustained highway transit between off-road trail sections.

Segment-First Progressive Linkage Rear Monoshock

The most consequential engineering breakthrough revealed by the prototype is the rear suspension architecture. Departing from direct-mounted monoshocks commonly found on budget commuters, Bajaj has engineered a progressive linkage-actuated rear monoshock. This linkage mechanism delivers plush, compliant small-bump absorption at low speeds while stiffening progressively to prevent bottoming out over hard jumps, rock shelves, and deep erosion ruts.

Front suspension duties are handled by long-travel telescopic forks with protective rubber gaiters, offering generous wheel travel exceeding 200 mm and a towering ground clearance expected to exceed 220 mm.

Authentic 21-Inch and 18-Inch Wire-Spoke Rolling Gear

In true enduro fashion, the prototype rolls on full-size off-road wheels: a 21-inch front wheel and an 18-inch rear spoked wheel wrapped in knobby dual-purpose tyres. A high-mounted front fender, narrow motocross-style fuel tank, flat enduro bench seat, upswept exhaust canister, and an integrated rear luggage rack confirm its utilitarian dual-sport intent.

Braking is managed by petal discs front and rear with switchable off-road ABS. Following its initial rollout in Brazil under Bajaj’s expanding Latin American subsidiary, an Indian debut is slated for early 2027.